Essex · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Great Waltham, Essex

Problem with your shower tray in Great Waltham? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches in the surface
  • A cracked shower tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair near Great Waltham

About our shower tray repair in Great Waltham

We repair cracks, chips and scratches in stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. The tray stays in place, so the screen and tiling stay as they are. We work on acrylic, ceramic and cast iron, and common reasons people get in touch are snagging damage in a new bathroom and a tray that flexes.

We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Location
Great Waltham (CM3)
Area hub
Essex
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Should I try a DIY kit first?

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. There is no area surcharge for Great Waltham. The price reflects:

  • What the surface is made of
  • Access to the area
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Unusual colours or finishes

Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Getting a price from photos

Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.

Should you replace it?

The tray itself may not cost much, but the work around it does: removing the screen, breaking out tiles, relaying the base and re-tiling. A repair is one visit. Repairs from £95, with every job priced individually. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

What you get with us

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Fixed prices from your pictures
  • Work done at your home or business
  • No extra charge for your area

Take a look at our full price list.

Covering Great Waltham

Great Waltham is about 4 miles north of Chelmsford, in Essex. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover all 644 towns and villages in Essex. Our nearest city page is London, about 31 miles away.

Here we cover the CM3 postcode area. You will find streets such as Brook Mead, Cherry Garden Road and Chelmsford Road. Nearby, we also work in Breeds (1 mile south-west), Minnow End (1 mile south-east), Little Waltham (1 mile south-east), Broomfield (2 miles south-east) and Chignall Smealy (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (4 miles south), Basildon (15 miles south), Braintree (8 miles north-east), Harlow (15 miles west), Brentwood (13 miles south-west) and Maldon (11 miles south-east).

Local landmarks in Great Waltham

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of SS Mary and Laurence, Chelmer Valley High School and The Beehive pub. Great Waltham’s nearest station is Beaulieu Park station, about 3.7 miles south-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Broomfield Hospital (1.4 miles south). The countryside around Great Waltham includes Little Waltham Meadows.

Map of Great Waltham © OpenStreetMap contributors

How it works

Arrival times are agreed in advance. On site, it takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.

  1. We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. Chips and cracks are filled, reinforced and sanded level.
  4. We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the whole tray.
  5. We leave it to cure; the shower is usually usable the next day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated

Get a quote

For a price in Great Waltham, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Get a free quote

Advice

Great Waltham: your questions answered

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes. We can resurface the whole tray for a fresh finish without removing it.

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

Do you redo the sealant?

Yes. Add it to your quote and we’ll do both on one visit.

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

Not until you know the crack isn’t letting water through. Look for damp or stains below.

Can a cracked shower tray be repaired?

Usually, as long as it does not flex. The crack is reinforced, filled and refinished.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

How do I book?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

For landlords and businesses

If you manage property in Great Waltham, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.

What a repair can’t fix

We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
  • Trays cracked in several places
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Surfaces we repair

  • Stone resin
  • Ceramic
  • Acrylic
  • Enamelled steel
  • Cast iron

When to call us in Great Waltham

Dull and stained trays are usually down to cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale strip the surface finish.

Contact us if you’ve noticed:

  • Movement when you stand on it
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • Edge chips from dropped bottles
  • Cracks running from the waste

Before you book anyone

  • What preparation is included
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • If travel is included in the price
  • What aftercare is recommended

Choosing a repair company

How to look after the repair

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Rinse the tray after each shower
  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Keep the bathroom well ventilated
  • Do not ignore a tray that flexes

Store heavy bottles on a shelf, not on the tray, so they can’t be knocked over.

Act on split sealant early. It lets water behind the tray and can cause damage underneath.

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